Octwelve - Blog of designer, MaryLuc Melgar

In an attempt to bring you Singapore, at least the way I see it. I’m starting a photowalk series. First stop, around the area where I stay, Bedok. This is my daily surrounding here. These shots were taken at around 9:30-12:00 AM.

To Bedok MRT.

That’s the MRT above.

On my way to the bus interchange.

Hawker near the bus interchange. Hawker is the name given to food centers housing stalls that sell cheap foods. I’ve never tried eating here before. The stalls are all closed now but usually this place is so crowded.

Bus parking lot

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Finally, I had the chance to use my tripod and my camera to shoot night photography. My first attempt is around the area where I stay-Bedok, Singapore. I’ll post all the pictures tomorrow. Because today is Saturday (woot!) and I’m going to my friends. Have a nice weekend everyone!

I want to know what feeling this picture gives you.

I did an interview for www.spicywebdesigners.com, a site which showcases the hottest web designers… (oohh I’m hot?! ^_^) Want to share it with you. http://spicywebdesigners.com/2008/10/spicy-web-designer-interview-with-maryluc-melgar/

Thanks for reading!

Congrats to Petixe, Max Weir, and Jacen Nicely! You guys won 250 free business cards each. Kindly send me an email with your name and address.

Cheers! :)

Whilst I think I’m late, this is my contribution for The Blog Action Day. This year’s theme is about poverty. I’m writing here quickly in a very casual way.

I remember when I first put up a blog (not octwelve), my second post was about this baby who is in need of a very rare and expensive milk to survive, and this milk can only be bought overseas. He is one of the many poor babies in the foundation that I support. But that time, monetary donations is not enough. So I emailed the people overseas that I know if they know the milk and if I could buy from them and ship it to me. It’s so difficult to get that milk. And I tried to blog about it too. But the thing is it’s just a second post. I don’t think I have enough credibility by that time. Although I have the video of the baby posted too, that blog is not very popular. So to make my long story short, my blog to find milk for the baby is not successful :(

Now I’m thinking,  I hope I can use this blog to raise funds for that foundation. And I could sponsor other charitable institutions as well. Nice idea right? But I think to do that, I need some permit. Hmm let’s see.

And now we are talking about this. I’ve been searching for years for this orphanage in the Philippines which adopts babies till 2 years old. I forgot the name, House of Angels or something. If you know it, do let me know. I hope this reaches them too.

I think this is one of the many ways to make use of technology to fight against poverty or atleast try to help those who are currently in need.

PS: The baby found his milk and survived :)

Hey guys! UPrinting is giving away 750 free business cards to 3 lucky Octwelve readers (that’s 250 each).

Uprinting is an online printing company where you can get any of your designs printed in formats like business cards, posters,  brochures, catalogs, labels, stickers and more.

So how to win the free business cards?

Simply post a comment on this post about what you would use the cards for if you win.

Winners will be chosen randomly and will be announced on October 20, 2008.

Good luck!

Important: Shipping is free to US & Canada only. For other countries, shipping must be paid by the winner.

I’ve been receiving emails asking about L, L, L. Yup, no one asked about me! They’re all crazy about L! When I was introduced to my new friends, first thing they asked was “Where is L?” And when I took him out of my bag, they went crazy and had pictures with him and I’m out of the picture all of a sudden. lol

I just realized I haven’t introduced who L really is. That’s because somebody sent me an email saying that’s he’s going crazy thinking how on earth I get a small version of me haha.

First off, L doesn’t stand for “Luc”. L is definitely not me, like some of you have assumed. ^_^ He’s a him and I’m a she :P Anyway, L is a character from Death Note anime series. The only info I will give you is..he’s the best detective in the world. Death Note is a damn good anime series. It’s one of best anime of all time. If you haven’t seen it yet, I suggest that you get a copy of the anime series and the live action film. If you loved L here, you’ll  love him even more if you see him in action!

This L toy is called a Nendoroid and it’s produced by Good Smile Company. Go get yourself nendoroids too! They’re super cute ^_^

Here’s a few more pics of L. I know you guys enjoy him :) Some shots were taken by my friend Kala, who also misses L more than me! Damn! L, you’re stealing my lime light! :p

L at a hawker (food court) waiting for our food.

L and the 20 Cycle Wheel

Breakfast with L

That’s the Marina Square.

Ciao!

Blog Action Day is an annual nonprofit event that aims to unite the world’s bloggers, podcasters and videocasters, to post about the same issue on the same day. Our aim is to raise awareness and trigger a global discussion.

Woohooo! I did it guys! This is the biggest recognition Octwelve has ever had and ofcourse it’s the most special because it’s from my homeland. I really wish I was there at the event. Thing is I didn’t receive a notice earlier. If I only knew I could’ve booked just for the event. So shall I give my thank you speech here instead ^_^.

Ehemmmm…

I would like to thank those people who appreciate my designs and my blog. Thanks to Conrad for nominating me. Thanks to my followers for your support specially Jokay and Joni for their effort to vote for me for the People’s Choice Award hehe. Unfortunately, we didn’t make it to that award girls. But thanks a lot!! I’m really flattered. It really makes my day whenever I receive emails of compliments. And I’m really glad to know that I inspire some people and make some fellow filipino designers proud of me.You know these kind of words really gives me the motivation to continue what I’m doing. You guys make my stressful day good :) So big big thanks!! Thanks for all your support guys!!!

Haha Oscars?!

Lastly, congrats to all the winners!! Asteeg ng pinoy!

Check out the winners at www.philippineblogawards.com.ph

PS:
Somebody tell me how to claim my award!!! :D